Women’s contributions to music are endless. If they’re not making music, they are the inspiration for many of the timeless classics.

Although rap music was originally a “man” thing, women burst on the scene, achieved success and are still killin’ it today. Check out volume 1 of the Ladies First playlist while you get your workout on.

Queen Latifah – Come Into My House

Roxanne Shante – Roxanne’s Revenge

JJ Fad – Supersonic

MC Lyte – Cha Cha Cha

Salt-N-Pepa – Push It